Let us first understand what do we mean by Rosehip oil! It is a miracle oil which is extracted from the seed of the wild Rose bushes.

Many celebrities swear by it. And why not? When it has so many benefits for the skin.

Who doesn’t want clear skin?

Want to get rid of acne, dark circles and stretch marks of pregnancy?

Then Rosehip oil is a great solution! This oil is full of vitamins, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids that rejuvenate the skin and make it glow.

It has an abundance of omega 3, 6 and 9 essential fatty acids and beta-carotene-pro Vitamin A that delves deep into the skin and treats it effectively.

It works wonders for those who have dull and acne prone skin. It nurses the skin back to health and clears the pores clogged by the pollution around us.

It regulates and re-balances the skin’s oil production to its optimum level.

There are two methods to make cold pressed rosehip oil.

Method 1

Ingredients:

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Rosehip seeds

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A base oil (any oil will do- but I prefer almond oil as it also rich antioxidants and is great for skin and hair)

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A sieve with a cloth or a muslin to strain the oil

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A tight container to store the extracted oil

Process:

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Clean the rosehips thoroughly and remove the debris or dried leaves. Drain the rosehips well after cleaning them.

Chop or crush the rosehips well to enhance the release of its oil.

Soak the drained and crushed rosehips in your base oil for 12 hours and keep it in the dark place as rosehips are sensitive to light.

After 12 hours, strain the oil in a sieve by using a thin cloth or muslin into a clean jar. The cloth has to be really thin to capture the essence of the rosehip oil.

You can also fold the cloth three or four times and secure it with an elastic rubber to drain the oil until it becomes clear.

Transfer the strained oil into a tight container and store it in the fridge so that it does not go rancid.

In this method, there is an alternative way to use this oil without straining. You can keep the rosehips in the base oil and use without removing it from the base oil container.

Method 2

Ingredients:

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Rosehip seeds

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A base oil (any oil will do- but I prefer almond oil as it also rich antioxidants and is great for skin and hair)

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A sieve with a cloth or a muslin to strain the oil

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A tight container to store the extracted oil

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A cooker at its lowest possible setting

Process:

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Take a bunch of Rosehips and remove the leaves.Wash them thoroughly with water.

Cut off the hairy heads and the stems leaving only the seeds.

Roughly chop the cleaned Rosehips with a knife. Do not cut it too finely as you will lose the properties of the rosehip seed.

Transfer the chopped rosehips to the cooker and add the base oil slowly.

Next, simmer the mixture for 4 to 8 hours. This simmering helps in extracting the oil without losing its nourishing properties.

Strain the oil mixture through the sieve using a fine cloth or muslin.

Secure the cloth with an elastic rubber band and pour the simmered mixture.

Use a spoon to comb through the mixture. This helps in running the oil clear.

Repeat the process until you get a clear oil without any debris.

After straining, let the oil cool down to room temperature.

Store the oil in a tight container and then keep it in the fridge.

Storing the oil in the refrigerator prevents it from going rancid.

Here Are Some Of The Benefits Of The Rosehip Oil:

Moisturizes All Skin Types:

Rosehip oil moisturizes and rejuvenates the skin. It is a good alternative for the moisturizers that we daily use for our face.

It contains the essential fatty acids that remove the dryness and leaves the skin supple for extended periods of time. This oil is a boon for people prone to the dry and itchy skin.

Amazingly, it is also suitable for people with oily skin. As it is extracted from plants, it has a fine molecular structure that is similar to the oil our skin produces meaning it is perfectly suitable for all skin types.

Anti-aging oil

This product has an abundance of vitamin A and C, and it stimulates the production of collagen.

The anti-aging protein reduces the wrinkles over the skin especially along the eyes and even minimizes puffiness of eyes.

Bid goodbye to dark circles by embracing this oil. It contains lycopene oil, which leaves the skin soft and healthy. It helps to get rid of the dark spots in the face.

Lightens the skin

Let us face it, the biggest problem we have today is the tanning of skin due to exposure to the sun and pollution.

No matter, with what we scrub or take precautions, our skin does become darker with time.

Rosehip oil provides a beautiful solution to this problem, as it has astringent properties that tighten the skin pores and brightens the skin.

Just mix a drop of coconut oil to two or three drops of this oil and massage your skin. This works effectively on the dark circles.

Treats skin ailments:

Rosehip oil is known to be used in treatments of skin ailments like eczema. It has anti-inflammatory properties that not only reduce the inflammation but also the pain caused by the disease.

The dry skin induced by eczema also decreases due to the presence of Vitamin A and C and restores the suppleness of the skin. Skin rashes can be treated effectively with this wonder oil.

Heals burns and bruises:

This liquid accelerates the recovery time of burns and bruises. The anti-inflammatory and the rejuvenating properties of this oil treats the skin, and along with the presence of essential fatty acids, the scarring can be prevented.

For people with keloid scars, it is used as a treatment, and it also heals deep wounds. For pregnant ladies, it helps in getting rid of stretch marks.

Greases dry and chapped lips:

Come summer, we all suffer from dry and chapped lips, sunburns and many other skin related problems.

The rosehip oil is a wonderful solution to these problems. It reduces the discoloration of the lips and also treats flaky lips.

Unlike the other oils like shea butter and jojoba oil, this oil is very light and non-greasy thereby making the absorption process more natural for the skin.

Used to grow thick eyelashes:

Having a thick and strong eyelash is the dream of many women and rosehip oil helps you achieve that effect.

Just pour two drops on a cotton ball and dab your eyelashes gently for your eyelashes to look dazzling.

After pregnancy benefits:

As said before, this oil not only reduces the stretch marks, it also moisturizes the skin leaving it supple and soft.

The oil softens and moisturizes the epidermis. The stretch marks are reduced because the fatty acids present in the oil transform into prostaglandins, which stimulate the skin’s regenerative power.

It also treats the hyperpigmentation problem also known as the Melasma that occurs during pregnancy.

Aids growth in hair:

Rosehip oil can repair the damaged hair follicles and scalp tissues. Healthy scalp tissues and follicles lead to higher rate of hair growth and reduce split ends, and other problems.

It also rehydrates the scalp and reduces dryness of the head thereby getting rid of dandruff that occurs due to dryness of the scalp.

Helps in making the skin firm

This oil helps in regaining the skin elasticity. The combination of vitamins and fatty acids are a great way to get a fresh and young looking skin.

Apply two or three drops of the rosehip oil while going to bed every day to get the youthful look.

These are just some of the benefits of this wonder product, and you can make this incredible oil at home by using the cold press method.

Conclusion

The process of making cold-pressed rosehip oil is quite easy and requires minimal effort. Using it can do wonders for the skin.

Having a soft and supple skin is the dream of every woman, and with these methods, you are just nearing one.